Do you have a Swarm?

A swarm of bees should not be approached by people with no experience with bees in the interests of health and safety.

A swarm can be a very dramatic and alarming sight as there may be hundreds of bees swirling around. They will eventually settle into a cluster if not too disturbed. Do not be tempted to hush them away as they could then follow you..in which case you may be in serious trouble.

Encourage people to keep away from the area where the bees are swarming and leave them be. If the bees chase you…RUN

Bees can swarm on Lamp Posts, Fire Hydrants, Benches, Buildings, Chimneys, Trees or any static object and in the most akward of places.. The size of the swarm can vary.

Bees in swarm mode are not prone to stinging but it can happen.

Do not attempt to kill them as bees are hugely vital to the planet and in helping to keep us all fed because of their role as pollinators

If you see a swarm of bees contact Pat Crowley the secretary of East Waterford Beeskeepees Association at 0868166653 or contact your local fire department.

East Waterford Beekeepers Association

East Waterford Beekeepers’ Association (EWBKA) represents the interests of beekeepers both urban and rural in County Waterford and south County Kilkenny. We provide education and advice, promoting responsible beekeeping and raising awareness of issues affecting bees.

What We Do!

Promote the importance of bees in the environment

Offer support to our members and beginners

Create awareness of the craft of beekeeping

Really important stuff

Does Your Swarm Look Like This?

Please feel free to contact us to help with the removal of any swarms you should find. We will gladly re-home your bees.